fondato
/fonˈda.to/
The English phrase 'established' is translated into Italian as fondato.
The word is used to describe something that has been in existence for some time and is generally accepted.
Meaning: having been in existence for some time and generally accepted (adj)
How does it change in a sentence?
The form of the adjective changes to match the gender and number of the noun it describes: use fondata for feminine singular nouns, fondati for masculine plural nouns and fondate for feminine plural nouns.
How do you pronounce it?
The pronunciation is /fonˈda.to/. It has three syllables, with the stress on the second syllable.
Did you know?
- While fondato refers to the act of establishing, Italians often use the word storico to describe an established business, implying it is a trusted landmark of the community.
- The root of fondato is the word fondo, which means 'bottom' or 'foundation'. This connects the idea of establishing something to the physical act of laying a base in the earth.
- When an Italian says a rumor is fondato, they aren't saying it was established in a specific year, but that it is 'well-founded' or based on truth.
Examples in context
- Ha fondato la scuola.He established the school.This sentence shows the use of fondato in the context of establishing a school.Tatoeba #11867734 by Guybrush88, translation #11155405 by sundown
- Ha fondato questa scuola.He established this school.This sentence shows the use of fondato in the context of establishing this specific school.Tatoeba #11035961 by Guybrush88, translation #8821602 by Ergulis
- Disneyland è stato fondato nel 1955.Disneyland was established in 1955.This sentence shows the use of fondato when discussing the year Disneyland was established.Tatoeba #1004142 by Guybrush88, translation #680841 by Source_VOA
- Un'organizzazione istituita nel 1920An organization established in 1920
- Un locale ben avviatoA well-established venue
- Una compagnia ben avviataA well-established company
- Un'associazione consolidataA consolidated association
Example conversation
Lorenzo and Sofia are discussing a local business.
- LorenzoQuesto ristorante è fondato su tradizioni antiche.This restaurant is established on ancient traditions.
- SofiaSi vede, l'ambiente è molto classico.I can tell, the atmosphere is very classic.
- LorenzoÈ un marchio fondato molti anni fa.It is a brand established many years ago.
- SofiaPer questo è così famoso in città.That is why it is so famous in town.
Sources
- Pronunciation: Wiktionary entry fondato, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
